Jacqueline Velez, recent graduate of Bard Microcollege Holyoke, talks about her experience in college, her struggle as a young mother that resulted in spending time at Riker's Island, and how a moment with her 8 year-old-daughter became a turning point. Jacqueline was 28 years old when she realized for the first time that college might be possible for her. She explains, "I'm dying to get the … [Read more...] about Microcollege Graduate on WCVB News
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Bard Microcollege Holyoke featured on WGBH’s Under the Radar
In this heartwarming and insightful interview, Callie Crosley of WGBH's Under the Radar host speaks with Mary Anne Myers, program director of Bard Microcollege Holyoke, Anne Teschner, executive director of The Care Center, and Jacqueline Velez, Bard Microcollege Holyoke 2020 graduate. They discuss the Microcollege's adjustment to remote learning, the impact of program on Jacqueline and her peers, … [Read more...] about Bard Microcollege Holyoke featured on WGBH’s Under the Radar
Celebrating 2020 Graduates (a little differently this year)
The Care Center is immensely proud of our 2020 graduates who have earned their HiSET and are off to achieve even more greatness. While COVID-19 prevented us from holding our traditional graduation ceremony, Care Center staff members lined up in their cars and drove by each student's home in joyous and lively celebration. The Daily Hampshire Gazette writes, "Aliselle Sanchez, a 22-year-old resident … [Read more...] about Celebrating 2020 Graduates (a little differently this year)
Thank You from the Bottom of My Heart
Back in March I wrote to let you know that we had to cancel our annual fundraising party—a critical source of unrestricted funding. I was sad and frankly I was nervous. I did not know how we were going to weather this challenging and uncertain period. The theme of our fundraising event was going to be community and its ability to offer hope, to foster innovation, and to catalyze … [Read more...] about Thank You from the Bottom of My Heart
